Recent posts by Dave Sottile | Special to PennLive - PennLive.comtag:profile.pennlive.com,2015:dsottile/101870662015-08-02T17:24:48ZMovable Type Enterprise 4.29-advanceAgent says LW Austin Fyten signed with Hershey Bears for 2015-16tag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165791792015-07-25T16:23:00Z2015-07-25T16:23:00ZAccording to tweets from Link Management International, the former Lehigh Valley Phantoms forward is taking his game to central Pennsylvania this season.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
According to tweets from Link Management International, the former Lehigh Valley Phantoms forward is taking his game to central Pennsylvania this season.
Former Hershey Bears G Braden Holtby signs new $30.5M contract with Washington Capitalstag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165754072015-07-24T20:15:00Z2015-07-24T20:15:00ZComing off the best season of his career, the 25-year-old Holtby signed a five-year deal that places him among the highest-paid netminders in the NHL.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
Coming off the best season of his career, the 25-year-old Holtby signed a five-year deal that places him among the highest-paid netminders in the NHL.
Washington Capitals sign veteran D Ryan Stanton to bolster Hershey Bears' bluelinetag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165725622015-07-24T14:59:00Z2015-07-24T14:59:00ZWith three rookie defensemen expected in the Bears' lineup this season, the former Vancouver Canucks blueliner should provide some stability to Hershey's back end.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
With three rookie defensemen expected in the Bears' lineup this season, the former Vancouver Canucks blueliner should provide some stability to Hershey's back end.
Youth camp work all about 'giving back' for former Hershey Bears tough guy Joel Rechlicztag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165712032015-07-24T12:06:00Z2015-07-24T12:06:00ZThe popular player known as 'Recker' enjoyed his five-day stay at the Edge Performance Hockey summer skills camp in Lower Paxton Township. He'd love to land another contract with the AHL's Bears.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The popular player known as 'Recker' enjoyed his five-day stay at the Edge Performance Hockey summer skills camp in Lower Paxton Township. He'd love to land another contract with the AHL's Bears.
Rugged C Kris Newbury leaving Hershey Bears for L.A. Kings' new Ontario Reign AHL affiliatetag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165686662015-07-23T22:02:00Z2015-07-23T22:02:00ZNewbury led Hershey in penalty minutes last season with 171 in 68 games and finished fourth in points, with 18 goals and 30 assists.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
Newbury led Hershey in penalty minutes last season with 171 in 68 games and finished fourth in points, with 18 goals and 30 assists.
Washington Capitals re-sign RW Chris Brown, a 17-goal scorer for Hershey Bears last seasontag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165214172015-07-17T00:16:00Z2015-07-17T00:16:00ZThe 24-year-old Brown inked a two-year, two-way contract to remain part of the Washington-Hershey organization. He's expected to challenge for a depth role in the NHL this season.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The 24-year-old Brown inked a two-year, two-way contract to remain part of the Washington-Hershey organization. He's expected to challenge for a depth role in the NHL this season.
Washington Capitals sign former Pittsburgh Penguins C Zach Sill, who could bolster Hershey Bears' rostertag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.165193122015-07-16T19:22:00Z2015-07-16T19:22:00ZA longtime Hershey adversary while spending parts of five seasons with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, Sill brings toughness and defensive awareness to his new organization.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
A longtime Hershey adversary while spending parts of five seasons with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, Sill brings toughness and defensive awareness to his new organization.
Washington Capitals sign NHL veteran G Dan Ellis, who seems ticketed for Hershey Bears dutytag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.164422032015-07-04T15:35:00Z2015-07-04T15:35:00ZThe 35-year-old netminder has 212 games of experience with six NHL teams, and Ellis is expected to share the Hershey net with Justin Peters this coming season.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The 35-year-old netminder has 212 games of experience with six NHL teams, and Ellis is expected to share the Hershey net with Justin Peters this coming season.
Washington Capitals development camp roster filled with potential Hershey Bearstag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.164382102015-07-03T16:14:00Z2015-07-03T16:14:00ZPlayers who saw time last season in Hershey or figure to make their pro debuts with the Bears this fall will try to impress Washington brass at next week's camp in Arlington, Va.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
Players who saw time last season in Hershey or figure to make their pro debuts with the Bears this fall will try to impress Washington brass at next week's camp in Arlington, Va.
Hershey Bears D Nate Schmidt: 'This is my time to shine' with Washington Capitalstag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.163100652015-06-17T16:31:00Z2015-06-17T16:31:00ZThe 23-year-old blueliner avoided free agency and signed a two-year, one-way deal with Washington, meaning his time in Hershey has likely reached an end.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The 23-year-old blueliner avoided free agency and signed a two-year, one-way deal with Washington, meaning his time in Hershey has likely reached an end.
Strong playoff earns Hershey Bears D Nate Schmidt a one-way contract with Washington Capitalstag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.163083342015-06-17T14:28:00Z2015-06-17T14:28:00ZThe former University of Minnesota standout led Hershey in postseason scoring with nine points in eight playoff games.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The former University of Minnesota standout led Hershey in postseason scoring with nine points in eight playoff games.
Hershey Bears goalie Philipp Grubauer: 'I want to take the next step to the NHL'tag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.163006962015-06-16T16:50:40Z2015-06-16T16:50:40ZArmed with a new two-year, one-way contract, the 23-year-old goalie said time in Hershey has prepared him for life with the Washington Capitals.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
Armed with a new two-year, one-way contract, the 23-year-old goalie said time in Hershey has prepared him for life with the Washington Capitals.
Washington Capitals sign Hershey Bears G Philipp Grubauer to two-year, one-way dealtag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.162934942015-06-15T17:26:00Z2015-06-15T17:26:00ZThe AHL all-star is ticketed for full-time NHL duty in 2015-16 as Braden Holtby's back-up in Washington.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The AHL all-star is ticketed for full-time NHL duty in 2015-16 as Braden Holtby's back-up in Washington.
Fear not, Phillies fans: ESPN Radio 92.7 FM to air games in 2015tag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/sports/index.ssf/1997.151189632015-02-03T17:43:00Z2015-02-03T17:43:00ZA day after the team was dropped by Harrisburg's newly relocated Sports Radio 96.5 FM, the Lancaster County-based 92.7 and its powerful signal announced plans to add the Phils this season.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
A day after the team was dropped by Harrisburg's newly relocated Sports Radio 96.5 FM, the Lancaster County-based 92.7 and its powerful signal announced plans to add the Phils this season.
Nationals bump Phillies off Harrisburg's new sports radio stationtag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/senators/index.ssf/4355.151140212015-02-02T22:00:00Z2015-02-02T22:00:00ZThe Harrisburg Senators' major-league affiliate is replacing the Phils on 96.5 FM, the area's newly relocated home of CBS Sports Radio.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The Harrisburg Senators' major-league affiliate is replacing the Phils on 96.5 FM, the area's newly relocated home of CBS Sports Radio.
Giant Center's original 2002 video scoreboard still hanging. Is an HD upgrade needed?tag:www.pennlive.com,2015:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.150214602015-01-22T15:05:00Z2015-01-22T15:05:00ZWhile nearby arenas feature new HD video scoreboards, the Hershey Bears' home is still using the same board from when it opened in 2002. Fans aren't happy about it. A new system could cost up to $3.5 million.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
While nearby arenas feature new HD video scoreboards, the Hershey Bears' home is still using the same board from when it opened in 2002. Fans aren't happy about it. A new system could cost up to $3.5 million.
Hershey Bears jersey auction fetches bids of $38,350: photo gallerytag:www.pennlive.com,2014:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.148017492014-12-21T16:30:00Z2014-12-21T16:30:00ZAs part of Hall of Fame Night festivities at Giant Center on Saturday, the Bears auctioned off special throwback uniforms and leftover third jerseys from last season.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
As part of Hall of Fame Night festivities at Giant Center on Saturday, the Bears auctioned off special throwback uniforms and leftover third jerseys from last season.
Hershey Bears fans bid $38,350 for throwbacks, third jerseys on Hall of Fame Nighttag:www.pennlive.com,2014:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.148017412014-12-21T16:00:00Z2014-12-21T16:00:00ZAfter a 2-1 overtime loss to the Springfield Falcons, the Bears auctioned off their special throwback uniforms at Giant Center, as well as leftover third jerseys from last season.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
After a 2-1 overtime loss to the Springfield Falcons, the Bears auctioned off their special throwback uniforms at Giant Center, as well as leftover third jerseys from last season.
Hershey Bears special Movember jersey auction: photo gallerytag:www.pennlive.com,2014:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.145849772014-11-25T15:15:00Z2014-11-25T15:15:00ZThe team's third special-jersey auction of the 2014-15 season was held after Sunday night's 2-0 loss to the St. John's IceCaps. Fans bid a total of $22,900 for the 35 jerseys, which feature mustaches in honor of Movember.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The team's third special-jersey auction of the 2014-15 season was held after Sunday night's 2-0 loss to the St. John's IceCaps. Fans bid a total of $22,900 for the 35 jerseys, which feature mustaches in honor of Movember.
Hershey Bears fans bid $22,900 for special Movember jerseystag:www.pennlive.com,2014:/hersheybears/index.ssf/2744.145850042014-11-25T15:00:00Z2014-11-25T15:00:00ZThe team's third special jersey auction of the 2014-15 season was held Sunday night at Giant Center, where right winger Garrett Mitchell's No. 36 uniform top brought it the high bid of $1,000.dsottilehttp://connect.pennlive.com/user/dsottile/index.html
The team's third special jersey auction of the 2014-15 season was held Sunday night at Giant Center, where right winger Garrett Mitchell's No. 36 uniform top brought it the high bid of $1,000.